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#5794 of 8,552 schools in TX
Arlington Park Early Childhood Center
School · DALLAS ISD
5606 WAYSIDE DR BOX 16, Dallas, TX 75235
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 366 schools in Dallas. Learn more
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,794 of 8,552
In Dallas
#267 of 374
public schools
In district
#191 of 235
DALLAS ISD
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Arlington Park Early Childhood Center
School in Dallas · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Arlington Park Early Childhood Center
Arlington Park Early Childhood Center is a public school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. Arlington Park Early Childhood Center serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Arlington Park Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,794 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, Arlington Park Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Arlington Park Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Arlington Park Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5606 WAYSIDE DR BOX 16, Dallas, TX 75235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arlington Park Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT ONESIMO HERNANDEZ EL (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C F CARR EL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BIOMEDICAL PREPARATORY AT UT SOUTHWESTERN (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALLIER CENTER PRE-SCHOOL DEAF (0-5) Dallas | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| BIOMEDICAL PREPARATORY AT UT SOUTHWESTERN Dallas | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| WILLOW MONTESSORI ACADEMY Dallas | 1.0 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT ONESIMO HERNANDEZ EL Dallas | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| THOMAS J RUSK MIDDLE Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| OBADIAH KNIGHT EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| WEST DALLAS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| MAPLE LAWN EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| UPLIFT WILLIAMS PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| UPLIFT WILLIAMS PREPARATORY PRI Dallas | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| UPLIFT WILLIAMS PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| ESPERANZA MEDRANO EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| C F CARR EL Dallas | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY MIDDLE Dallas | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| UPLIFT HEIGHTS PREPARATORY H S Dallas | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| UR POWERS KIDS Dallas | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| DR L G PINKSTON SR H S Dallas | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| K B POLK CENTER FOR ACADEMICALLY TALENTED & GIFTED Dallas | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,817
Median Home Value
$283,000
Median Rent
$1,631/mo
Population
19,067
College Educated
44.6%
Homeownership
22.8%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
31.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arlington Park Early Childhood Center
What grades does Arlington Park Early Childhood Center serve?
Arlington Park Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Arlington Park Early Childhood Center?
Arlington Park Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arlington Park Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Arlington Park Early Childhood Center is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arlington Park Early Childhood Center rank in TX?
Arlington Park Early Childhood Center ranks #5,794 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Arlington Park Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Arlington Park Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Arlington Park Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Arlington Park Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arlington Park Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Arlington Park Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Arlington Park Early Childhood Center?
86.6% of students at Arlington Park Early Childhood Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 82
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (972) 925-3700
Resources & Links
District
DALLAS ISD- District Enrollment
- 139,246
- Schools in District
- 240
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,470
- District Rank
- #191 of 235
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